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November 11, 2013
Equipment for a Running Back
Professional football players are always under high levels of physical duress. In fact, football players are regularly slammed into at high speeds by players who can weigh upwards of 300 lbs., so they must wear safety equipment to avoid serious…
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November 11, 2013
Health
Degenerative Arthritis is often referred to as osteoarthritis or degenerative joint disease, and is a progressive, wear-and-tear breakdown of the joint surfaces and nearby soft tissues. Symptoms of osteoarthritis include pain, inflammation, and decreased range of motion. Degenerative arthritis causes…
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November 11, 2013
Health
Overview Probiotics, or “friendly” bacteria, have been steadily gaining popularity in the United States since the mid-1990s. According to the National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine, sales of probiotics nearly tripled in the United States between 1994 and 2003….
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November 11, 2013
Great Butt Exercises
A great butt is one of the most desired physical attributes in both men and women. Unfortunately, you cannot “spot” reduce. In other words, simply engaging in weight training or toning exercises alone won’t give you the results you desire….
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November 11, 2013
Skincare and Beauty
1. Cover the Area Cosmetically Vitiligo is a patch of abnormally pale skin on your body. The pigment level in those skin cells is much lower than in other parts of your skin, which makes the patch look white. Doctors…
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November 11, 2013
How to Cleanse Your Colon Naturally Without Buying Colon Cleanser
Overview “The key to optimal health is a colon cleanse.” You may have read something along these lines countless times on websites designed to lure you into buying a colon cleanser, be it a canister of miracle powder or special…
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November 11, 2013
Health
No clinical studies have demonstrated that any herb can increase a woman’s breast size, according to Mayo Clinic internist Sandhya Pruthi. While herbal breast enhancement products have not been proved to be safe or effective, many women turn to them…
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November 11, 2013
Fitness
Volleyball is popular team sport that can be played both competitively and for recreation. It is common for volleyball leagues to be co-ed, meaning teams with both male and female players. Rules for co-ed volleyball are the same as for…
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November 11, 2013
Lifestyle
Overview A child’s sensitive skin is prone to several conditions, including skin discoloration. Discoloration of the skin can affect a child for a myriad of reasons. Some symptoms may be mild and will disappear on their own. Other, more severe…
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November 11, 2013
Health
Overview The fastest way to lose weight is to eat less and exercise more–both of which you can do for free. You can lose a pound a week by cutting 500 calories a day from your diet or by burning…
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November 11, 2013
Fitness
1. Drugs Are Usually the First Step Anyone who has chronic pain will almost always be prescribed some kind of pain-relieving drug as a first line of defense. In some cases, your doctor may advise you to try an over-the-counter…
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November 11, 2013
Senior Health
Overview Skin tags are tiny bumps that develop in the body’s skin folds. This noncancerous skin condition is common, occurring in an estimated 25 percent of adults, according to eMedicineHealth. Skin tags, also referred to as acrochordon or fibroepithelial polyps,…
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November 11, 2013
Toilet Training Tips for Parents
Toilet training is a big step for any child. And like any big step it can take time and effort to succeed, so it’s best to approach the process with patience. Most children start showing signs that they’re ready to…
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November 11, 2013
Exercises for Listening Skills
Relationship experts and counselors agree that effective communication skills are a vital part of any relationship. According to world-renowned educator and therapist Harville Hendrix, “good communication skills may not solve problems or resolve issues, but no problem can be solved,…
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November 11, 2013
Fitness
Overview In today’s bicycle marketplace, many options abound for a cyclist’s needs. Hybrid, or cross bikes, are growing in popularity for fun recreation and general commuting, and mountain bikes are the choice for those seeking rugged off-road riding. While the…
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November 11, 2013
Fitness
Overview Men’s lacrosse and women’s lacrosse are two very different games. The degree of physical contact dictates the protective equipment required, the rules enforced, and the lacrosse sticks used. Lacrosse sticks for men and women vary in length, type, pocket…
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November 11, 2013
Skincare and Beauty
Overview Wrinkles are creases and folds that appear in your skin as you age. They are caused aging but may occur prematurely because of external factors such as sun exposure, smoking, alcohol consumption or poor nutrition. Wrinkles that occur from…
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November 11, 2013
Fitness
The different positions of baseball require different skills and serve certain purposes, which can be broken down into four main categories: infielders, outfielders, catchers and pitchers. Learning about the different positions in baseball can help you understand the game and…
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November 11, 2013
Lifestyle
Overview An error on your credit report can cost you thousands of dollars in increased interest rates or lost opportunities to obtain a car, mortgage or other loan. With free credit reports available online, and many companies selling monthly credit…
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November 11, 2013
Health
Eye strain can be the result of prolonged use of the eyes during periods of looking at a computer or book. It can also result from using your eyes in lighting that is too bright or too dim. Symptoms include…
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November 11, 2013
Health
1. Consult a Psychotherapist Sex addicts are obsessed with sex and experience uncontrollable urges to engage in sexual activity despite potentially negative consequences. Whether sexual addiction is caused by physiological factors, psychological factors or a combination of both is not…
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November 11, 2013
Fitness
Overview A pressure flip is really any flip on a skateboard that does not use an ollie-like pop to get the board up off the ground. The pressure or downward motion of the rear foot on the tail of the…
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November 11, 2013
Geriatric Hip Exercises
Hip exercises for senior citizens are a common method of rehabilitation following hip replacement or resurfacing, as well as maintaining mobility and range of motion for overall general health and wellness. Many seniors may also benefit from hip exercises to…
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November 11, 2013
Uses for Essential Oils & Herbs
Herbs and their essential oils have supplemented human health and beauty regimens for centuries. Ancient Roman, Egyptian and Hebrew societies utilized herbs in the treatment of illness and the origins of the pharmaceutical industry relied heavily on the isolation of…
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November 11, 2013
Senior Health
While children, adolescents and adults can have specific types of diseases, many illnesses, such as cold, flu, diarrhea and parasites, are common to all ages. Diseases that spread easily among any age group include bacterial, viral and fungal infections. Some…
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November 11, 2013
Children's Health
1. Watch What Your Child Eats and Drinks Enuresis, or bedwetting, is fairly common among children and adolescents. In many cases, it is something that your child will just grow out of on his own. In order to speed the…
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November 11, 2013
Skincare and Beauty
1. Immediate Medical Attention Is Necessary Treating and soothing burns depends on the type of burn, degree, extent of skin damage and presence or absence of infection. Typically, first-degree burns can be soothed with self-care, while more extensive second- and…
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November 11, 2013
Fitness
Kyphosis is a disorder characterized by an abnormal curvature of the spine, resulting in a back that appears hunched and shoulders that are rounded. According to the Merck Manuals, it is common to have some degree of kyphosis, which results…
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November 11, 2013
Fast Ways to Gain Muscle Size
Gaining muscle size can be a long and difficult goal to achieve. Fortunately, there are some safe and effective ways to speed the process up. If your progress in the weight room has been reduced to a trickle, it’s time…
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November 11, 2013
Health
Overview You’ve had gall bladder attacks before, but this one is different. The pain is severe, radiates to your back or shoulder, has lasted more than two hours and might be accompanied by fever. Exhausted, you arrive at the hospital…
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